The Rosalind P Walter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rosalind P Walter Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $625,000 and the largest $1.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.4 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$625,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$53.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 4 | $44.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 4 | $53.8 million |
How to apply
The Rosalind P Walter Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.1 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wnet | General | $1.1 million |
| PBS Foundation | General | $1.0 million |
| Information Equity Initiative Inc | General operating | $250,000 |
| The George Polk Awards | General operating | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Somerset Ward
- Maurizio J Morello
- Edward Ben Walter
- Henry S Thompson
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does The Rosalind P Walter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rosalind P Walter Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $625,000.
Who runs The Rosalind P Walter Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Somerset Ward (Co-Trustee), Maurizio J Morello (Co-Trustee), Edward Ben Walter (Co-Trustee) and Henry S Thompson (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.